Hanapin
The cherry on (top of) the cake
the cherry on (top of) the cake
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isang bagay na dagdag sa tabi ng isang bagay na mabuti
the final adjustment to something already good or satisfactory just to make it perfect
What is the origin of the idiom "the cherry on the cake" and when to use it?
The origin of the phrase "the cherry on the cake" is uncertain, but it may be related to the common practice of topping desserts with a cherry, such as a cake or a sundae. The phrase was first recorded in the mid-19th century, and it has been used to denote an additional benefit or enhancement to an already good situation ever since.
Halimbawa
The book was already enjoyable, but the twist ending was like the cherry on the cake.
The wedding was already beautiful, but the cherry on top of the cake was when the couple surprised everyone by arriving on horseback.
After a long day of work, coming home to a hot meal prepared by my spouse was great, and the fact that they had also picked up my favorite dessert was the cherry on top of the sundae.
The meal was delicious, but the complimentary dessert was the cherry on the sundae.
